This pattern was adapted with quilt groups in mind. Often, volunteer quilters get together to make Quilts of Valor. As with any group project, things go more smoothly if the process is broken down into logical steps so that the parts can come together in the end. We hope that your group will enjoy making a quilt to thank a veteran for his or her service.
Fabric Requirements:
This quilt can be made from only three fabrics: red, white, and blue. However, assorted prints create an interesting, scrappy look. Note that these instructions are for 100% cotton, first quality, quilting weight fabric that is at least 40” wide. You will need approximately:
For Blocks: 2-1/4 yds White, 1-3/4 yds Blue, 1-3/8 yds Red
For Borders: 3/4 yd Blue, 3/4 yd Red
For Backing: 4-1/2 yds
For Binding: 3/4 yd
Cutting and Organizing the Fabric:
There are three elements to the main quilt top:
red+white stripes
blue+white 9” Morning Star blocks, and
red+white+blue 9” Split Star blocks
Whether you are sewing alone or with a group, a good idea is to make labels before you cut the fabric.
LabelFabricCutting Instructions
Borders
Left/Bottom BordersRed(2) 4-1/2” x WOF*
Top/Right BordersBlue(2) 4-1/2” x WOF
Stripes
Red StripesRed (11) 2-3/4” x WOF
White StripesWhite(11) 2-3/4” x WOF
Morning Star Blocks
Star Center Squares White (21) 3-1/2” squares
Star Points White (168) 2” squares
Star Corner Squares Blue (84) 3-1/2” squares
Star Background Blue (84) 31/2” squares
Split Star Blocks
Corner Square White (7) 3-1/2” squares
HST/QST Squares* White (25) 5” squares
HST Center Squares Blue (11) 5” squares
Corner Squares Red (7) 3-1/2” squares